Maine
Maine, located in the northeastern part of the United States. It is the largest of the six New England states. Its capital city is Augusta. Other popular destinations in Maine include Portland, Acadia National Park, and the charming coastal towns of Camden and Bar Harbor.
Republican leader's boat capsizes in 40-foot wave: "wall of water"
Rep. Billy Bob Faulkingham, the Maine House Republican leader, was thrown overboard when a giant wave capsized his vessel.
One dead, hundreds of thousands without power as storm Lee makes landfall
A 51-year-old motorist died after heavy winds caused a tree limb to crash onto his vehicle.
Tropical Storm Lee sparks coastal flood warning for Maine
The tropical storm is expected to cause coastal flooding in the northeastern U.S., despite it not making landfall in the area.
Fisherman finds dead body in water near where 18-year-old went missing
A celebration of life was held for the missing young lobsterman only a day before the body was found.
America's labor shortage is most severe in these 13 states
States that are failing to provide opportunities for workers are suffering the most from ongoing labor shortages, an expert told Newsweek.
Arkansas Red Lobster finds rare specimen scientists want to study
The orange lobster, uniquely colored due to a genetic mutation, is thought to be a one-in-30 million find.
Joe Biden forgets to sign executive order at event
During the same event, the president took at swipe at Republicans, joking they may try to impeach him because inflation has gone down.
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Antarctica's sea ice level breaks lowest ever record
Climate change is melting Antarctic ice rapidly—and it appears that the situation is getting worse.
Republicans get a surprise win
The Maine GOP flipped a Democratic-controlled district in a spiritual victory for the party. But the result is more complex than mere discontent with Democrats.
Millions eligible for stimulus checks this month in seven states
Some states are sending out payments to eligible residents to help them cope with the high cost of living.
Maine resident dies of rare tick-borne virus as cases spread across U.S.
The virus attacks the brain and the membrane surrounding it, which can result in severe neurological symptoms in some patients.
Man dies after falling into fire pit at home in Maine
Daniel Albert, 68, from Chelsea was found by a family member before he being taken to hospital for treatment.
Invasive northern pike terrorizes Maine lakes
The species was illegally introduced in the state in the 1970s and have since been feasting on native fish.
Suspect Joseph Eaton arrested after Maine shooting leaves four dead
Eaton was charged after four people were found dead inside a house in Maine on Tuesday shortly before three others were wounded by gunfire on a busy highway.
Disease caused by tick bites spreading in Northeast
The parasite that causes babesiosis is now endemic to three more states in the Northeast: Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.
New England prepares for "powerful" nor'easter, potential bomb cyclone
The storm could bring hurricane force winds, rain, snow, flooding and widespread power outages to the Northeast.
These 10 U.S. beaches have been named among the best in the world
Dreaming of a warm coastal escape? Here are the top-ranking U.S. beaches from the winners of TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards for 2023.
Full list of bizarre weather phenomena caused by the "arctic outbreak"
One of the occurrences, known as sea smoke, usually occurs in the Arctic, but was witnessed in Rhode Island over the weekend.
Videos show boiling water turn instantly to snow amid extreme wind chill
The Arctic air front that hit New Hampshire and Maine on Thursday is expected to last through Saturday.
Did anyone win mega millions $1.35 billion Friday jackpot? Results revealed
Friday's Mega Millions jackpot was the second biggest ever for the lottery - but did anyone win it?
Wholesome barbershop sign vows "nobody will be turned away" if can't pay
Lynn Cressey's barbershop 'A Little Off The Top' went viral after a visitor spotted a sigh offering help to customers facing financial hardship.
Revealed: The worst cities to live in the U.S. for your skin
A new study has revealed the best and worst cities in the U.S. for skin health by measuring UV light, pollution and water hardness.
Arctic blast update: These nine states are battling major blackouts
More than 1.25 million customers have lost power across the U.S. as Winter Storm Elliot tears across the country.
Video shows flash flooding smash Maine coast as winter storm rages
In one video posted to Twitter, strong waves can be seen crashing onto a road next to the Maine coast.
Snow storm forecast—"significant blizzard" to hit multiple states this week
Blizzard conditions are predicted for the Midwest and Great Lakes regions over the coming days.
MDMA use at start of pandemic rose almost 300 percent in New England town
Researchers also found spikes in fentanyl and amphetamines by examining the town's sewage.
Snowy owl photos banned by Facebook groups to deter animal paparazzi shots
Troy Dyer, administrator of the Wildlife Maine group, told Newsweek amateur photographers have been disrupting the birds "to get a shot of them flying."
Starbucks to shut unionized store days before Christmas: "Cartoon villains"
"It was just the worst day of my life, honestly," said Mandie Cantrell, a barista at the Starbucks in Portland, Maine.
Best place to survive nuclear war in the U.S.
Biden recently said Russia may be leading the world into nuclear "Armageddon," while Elon Musk tweeted that "nuclear war probability is rising rapidly."
Man, 74, Charged With Shooting New Neighbor's Pit Bull Dead: Police
Moose's owner, Alexandra Roberts, hit out at the "ridiculously low sentence" attached to such a "heinous crime."
